Arbitration: How One Man is Appealing the System

Arbitration: How One Man is Appealing the System

(Story by Carol Thompson) It’s a case of “buyer beware,” or in the case of one California resident, it’s a case of “beware of arbitration.” The resident, who asked that his name not be used due to pending litigation, signed a Condominium Unit Purchase Sale...
Protect Yourself Against ID Theft – The Laws May Not

Protect Yourself Against ID Theft – The Laws May Not

Did you know that January 13 – 17 was Identity Theft Awareness Week? If you didn’t, you aren’t alone. Turns out that although ID theft losses top $20 billion annually, most Americans really don’t know much about it – or how to protect themselves from becoming victims....
Gift Cards are Holiday Favorites but Susceptible to Scammers

Gift Cards are Holiday Favorites but Susceptible to Scammers

Everyone loves the holidays; it’s the time of year for family, food and of course lots of presents. But while the season of giving is the most exciting for shoppers and the most profitable for retailers, it’s also often the most vulnerable for both...